Peanuts by Charles Schulz for April 01, 1973
Transcript:
Lucy stands looking at a desk calender. SHe says, "A new month again.."<BR><BR> Lucy walks up behind Charlie Brown, who sits watching TV. She says, "Today is April Fool's Day Day, Charlie Brown.."<BR><BR> Lucy considers, "I think I'll play a little joke on you...I think I'll try a little trick..."<BR><BR> "You understand what I'm saying, don't you? You understand that this is April Fool's Day? You're sure? I want to be certain that you understand?! Okay?"<BR><BR> Lucy points: "Hey, Charlie Brown, that little red-haired girl is outside, and she want to give you a hug and a kiss!!" Charlie Brown turns around and says, "Really?"<BR><BR> He runs, crying, "Wow! This is fantastic!" Lucy watches him go.<BR><BR> "APRIL FOOL!" Charlie Brown stops in his tracks.<BR><BR> She walks away. Charlie Brown stands there.<BR><BR> Lucy takes Charlie Brown's seat in from of the TV. She comments, "Just like shooting fish in a barrel!"<BR><BR>
Can’t even really fault her for this one. Charlie Brown walked in with eyes wide open. Some people really do want to be fooled, I guess.